Overview
- Mellony, a mother chimpanzee at the Colwyn Bay zoo, is still holding her stillborn infant in a natural grieving behavior.
- Clear warning signs remain at chimp viewing entrances, and staff are available on site to answer visitor questions.
- The zoo has apologized to guests who may find the sight distressing during this sensitive period.
- Keepers are closely monitoring Mellony and the troop and say safely retrieving the infant may take time.
- The viewing area stays open to preserve the chimps' routine, which the zoo says reduces stress compared with a sudden closure.